Kelp Salad

Method5 steps · about 15 min

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   Step 1: Use 250 g fresh or fully rehydrated kelp (250 g). If starting with dried kelp, soak it in water for 30 minutes first, as the source article specifies; its dry quantity is not specified. Roll the ready kelp up and cut into thin shreds.

   Optional dried-kelp soaking 30 minutes · 30 minUses 250 g fresh or rehydrated kelp · Water for optional dried-kelp soaking

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   Step 2: Then wash the kelp in cold water for 1 or 2 times to remove extra saltness.

   Uses Shredded fresh or rehydrated kelp · Cold water for rinsing kelp

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   Step 3: Bring a large pot of water until boiling and then place shredded kelp in and cook for 2 minutes. Transfer out and drain.

   Boil shredded kelp 2 minutes · 2 minUses Rinsed shredded kelp · Boiling water for cooking kelp

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   Step 4: Add light soy sauce (2 tbsp.), black vinegar (1 tbsp.), chopped scallions (2), Thai peppers (1-2), garlic (3), salt (1/4 tsp.) and sugar (1 tsp.) to the drained kelp. Heat the 3 tablespoons vegetable cooking oil until hot, then carefully pour it over the chopped garlic. Toss to mix the dressing and coat the kelp.

   Uses Boiled drained kelp · 2 tbsp. light soy sauce · 1 tbsp. black vinegar · 3 garlic cloves (chopped) · 1-2 Thai peppers (cut into small pieces) · 2 scallions (finely chopped) · 1/4 tsp. salt · 1 tsp. sugar

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   Step 5: Add some coriander.

   Uses Dressed kelp salad · Fresh coriander to finish (quantity unspecified)